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Safe and Positive Feeding Advancement for the Newborn with Cleft Palate +/-Lip

January 18, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Newborns with cleft lip/palate present with unique feeding needs. Proper clinical management of their early feedings establishes a foundation for safe and positive feeding experiences. This course will review the unique swallow patterns demonstrated by newborns with cleft lip/palate, glucose management strategies, optimal positioning/handling, provision of breast milk, and bottle selection.
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Using the Science of Habits to Promote Healthy Behaviors Across Practice Settings

January 18, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Chronic diseases are on the rise, and occupational therapists can play a crucial role in addressing the primary risk factor for developing chronic diseases, personal behaviors. These personal behaviors, otherwise known as performance patterns, include habits, routines, rituals, and roles. Performance patterns can either support or hinder occupational performance and play a significant role in […]
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Motivational Interviewing: The Basics

January 18, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This course addresses the therapeutic intervention and rationale for the use of motivational interviewing. We describe the evidence base for motivational interviewing, identify the core principles of motivational interviewing, name the stages of change, and define S.M.A.R.T. goals.
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Behavioral Cough Suppression Therapy for Patients with Refractory Chronic Cough

January 18, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This course will describe how cough hypersensitivity as an underlying cause of refractory chronic cough, define the purpose of and theoretical rationale for behavioral cough suppression therapy from a neuroplasticity standpoint, and integrate the basic components of behavioral cough suppression therapy and guidelines for determining appropriate candidates for the therapy.
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Gullah Geechee: Cultural Norms and the SLP

January 18, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This course will examine the cultural & linguistic norms of the Gullah Geechee people. It will provide an overview of the language and cultural nuances that an SLP who is new to the region should expect from their clients. We will examine appropriate social and pragmatic responses to the culture and ways that clinicians can […]
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Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: Innovative Treatment Strategies

January 18, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a devastating progressive neuromuscular disease. Knowledge of the advances in equipment, technology, and therapeutic interventions help guide treatment for patients facing ever-changing challenges. This course will review the specific recommendations, equipment, and technology focused on keeping patients engaged in meaningful activities.
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Functional, Personally Relevant Goals for Adults with Acquired Brain Injury

January 18, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This course discusses goal setting protocols available to clinicians serving adults with acquired brain injury. Instruction will focus on a novel technique that promotes a systematic, collaborative goal setting process. We will highlight case studies and create plans for incorporating these procedures within current care.
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Supporting Executive Functioning Skills and Self-Advocacy in Speech Therapy

January 18, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This course will explore ways to engage students in development of self awareness related to personal executive functioning strengths and challenges in order to effect lasting therapeutic impact. Executive functioning strategies, creation of a strategy portfolio, a template for a self advocacy letter to teachers/employers, example goals and objectives, and a resource list will be […]
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Gender Affirming Voices & Communication

January 18, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This course will cover voicing subsystems targeted in gender affirming voice & communication therapy, identify social barriers to voice & communication therapy, and provide an overview of therapy techniques unique to gender affirming & voice communication therapy.
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Bottle Feeding in the Outpatient Setting

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
In the market today, there is an abundance of baby brands selling a multitude of bottle systems without regulations. There is limited information on why bottle systems are different and what indicates use of one over another. This course teaches clinicians to identify and describe differences in bottle nipple shapes and flow rates and identify […]
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